PA6 Settings for Markforged Onyx Pro
Recommended slicer settings for printing PA6 on the Markforged Onyx Pro (320 x 132 x 154 mm build volume, 200 mm/s max speed, direct drive extruder).
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Not Compatible
The max bed temperature of 0°C is below the recommended 80°C for PA6. Adhesion may be poor without additional bed adhesion aids.
| Filament Nozzle Requirement | 240-270°C |
| Printer Max Nozzle | 280°C |
| Filament Bed Requirement | 80-100°C |
| Printer Max Bed | N/A |
What to do instead
- Your printer's bed maxes out at 0°C, but PA6 needs at least 80°C for reliable adhesion.
- Try a compatible filament for your Markforged Onyx Pro — PLA, PETG, and ABS are good options.
- If you need PA6 specifically, you'll need a printer with a hotend capable of 240°C+ nozzle.
PA6 Requirements
PA6 Properties
| Nozzle Range | 240-270°C |
| Bed Range | 80-100°C |
| Speed Range | 30-50 mm/s |
| Difficulty | advanced |
| Enclosure | Required |
| Drying | 85°C / 12h |
Markforged Onyx Pro Specs
| Build Volume | 320 x 132 x 154 mm |
| Max Speed | 200 mm/s |
| Max Nozzle Temp | 280°C |
| Max Bed Temp | N/A |
| Extruder | Direct Drive |
PA6 at a Glance
Strengths
- Strongest common nylon variant
- Exceptional wear and fatigue resistance
- Good chemical resistance
- Excellent for gears, bearings, hinges
Weaknesses
- Extremely hygroscopic — must dry extensively
- Warps aggressively without enclosure
- Difficult bed adhesion
- Shrinks significantly during cooling
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